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weds

/wɛdz/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.verb

Marries someone; takes a person as a spouse in a legal or ceremonial union.

Example Sentences:
  • ā€œIn the season finale, the hero finally weds his long-time companion.ā€
  • ā€œThe prince weds in a private ceremony attended only by close family.ā€
2.verb

Unites, blends, or connects two qualities, concepts, or elements harmoniously.

Example Sentences:
  • ā€œHer architectural design successfully weds classical motifs with modern functionality.ā€
  • ā€œThe restaurant's menu weds traditional Italian recipes with local ingredients.ā€
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from Old English 'weddian' meaning 'to pledge, promise, or marry', traceably connected to the Proto-Germanic noun '*wadjom' (pledge). 'Weds' is the standard third-person singular present indicative form of the verb 'wed'.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of a wedding: when someone 'weds', they join together two rings and two lives.

Frequently Asked Questions About ā€œwedsā€

1. What is the meaning of ā€œwedsā€ in English?

In English, weds (verb) is defined as: ā€œMarries someone; takes a person as a spouse in a legal or ceremonial union.ā€.

2. How do you use ā€œwedsā€ in a sentence?

ā€œIn the season finale, the hero finally weds his long-time companion.ā€

3. What are English synonyms of ā€œwedsā€?

Common synonyms include:marries,espouses,unites,combines,merges

4. What is the etymology and word origin of ā€œwedsā€?

Derived from Old English 'weddian' meaning 'to pledge, promise, or marry', traceably connected to the Proto-Germanic noun '*wadjom' (pledge). 'Weds' is the standard third-person singular present indicative form of the verb 'wed'.